Mrs. McElroy Message
STEM SPOTLIGHT MESSAGE 9/21/25
Dear STEM School Highlands Ranch Elementary Families,
Thank you to all the families who came out for our STEM Blast Off Carnival this week, whether you attended or volunteered! It was such a huge success because of YOU. Even when the rain showed up, everyone kept the energy high and truly made the most of it. We hope you had an absolute blast!
September marks Mental Health Awareness Month. Lily Williams, our counselor, and Jill Dean, our social worker, have gathered many resources for teachers to talk about mental health at an age appropriate level. During our social emotional learning time teachers have been discussing with students strategies they can use when they are not feeling their best. Teaching students strategies to help manage both their mental and social well being are just as important as academics. We know students learn best when they are feeling their best. I encourage you to talk with your child about their mental health. Open dialogue is one of the best preventive measures we can take.
Elementary Counseling and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Needs Assessment
We value your input in helping us support your child’s social and emotional growth. Please take a few minutes to complete our Elementary Counseling and Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Needs Assessment. Your feedback will guide our programs and ensure we meet the needs of our students. Please complete the assessment by September 30th.
K-5th Grade Homecoming Spirit Week
Homecoming is right around the corner, September 29th - October 3rd. Be on the lookout for Homecoming events. We will also celebrate all week with Elementary spirit days.
Our spirit days are:
- Monday - Hat Day
- Tuesday - Sports Day
- Wednesday - Fancy Day
- Thursday - STEM Gear Day
- Friday - Pajama Day
School Count is Coming
It’s official – October Count Day this year is Wednesday, October 1st. The most important action you can take to support school funding is to make sure your student attends school on this day. Much of public education funding from the State of Colorado is based on student count, so we encourage you to make sure your student comes to school that day.
The “count window” the state observes is from September 24th - October 8th, but the most important student count day is Wednesday, October 1st. Help us get an accurate count by having your student participate in learning that day. Thank you for your support! Every student counts!
Have a wonderful week. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
In partnership,
Amie McElroy
Elementary Principal